THIS week, we’re asking our readers to get behind our annual Christmas Wish Appeal, to help those who really need it this festive season.

Once again, we are accepting donations of non-perishable foods and gift items to go into parcels which will be distributed to worthy recipients around the resort before December 25.

The type of goods which are perfect for the Christmas Wish Appeal are biscuits, soup, tea and coffee, canned or powdered goods, and don’t be afraid to add in some festive treats to give people a Christmas to remember.

Items can be handed in at our reception in Tulketh Street, and keep reading the Southport Visiter, to find out how you can nominate a recipient for a Christmas Wish parcel.